CAD Manager Job

Primary location: Johnstown, Ohio 
Relocation offered: Yes 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: <10% 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is “$90,000 to $115,000” per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

​What does it mean to work at Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

 By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more. 
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results. 

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the AS CAD Manager supports the translation of product configurations generated in submittal/record set drawing packages from AS Construction Services into production ready documentation, including technical documents (production travelers, BOMs, etc.) and CAD content for machine programming (DXF). In instances of custom installation configurations, the AS CAD Manager consults with the sister plants, AS Construction Services, and AWI ProjectWorks teams to develop manufacturable, and installable solutions paying attention to material/machining limitations, construction tolerances, assembly/installation logic and process. This role also reviews inbound work for its accuracy and manufacturability and develops the develop fabrication, forming, assembly, and installation strategies for given scopes. In these capacities, the AS CAD Manager develops standard work that is specific to plant production processes and standards.

As a leader at the plant, this role is also responsible for developing training and processes for their direct reports, the Manufacturing Technical Coordinators. Additionally, includes development of training plans not only for the plant itself, but also this role coordinates with sister plants in visioning and implementation of coordinated standard work within the AS Metals network.

What’s in it for you!

• Be a trusted partner to a growing business
• Networking and Relationship Building
• Ability to be innovative and strategic
• Collaboration and an open friendly team environment.

What you will do

• Supports Manufacturing Technical Coordinators with shop drawings, responsible for training new and existing coordinators.
• Troubleshoots and quality checks submittal drawings created by Manufacturing Technical Coordinators prior to the drawings being submitted to the customer/Project Manager to ensure adherence to customer design intent, system limitation requirements, manufacturing capabilities and optimized cost effectiveness.
• Develops and implements change management with the AS Metals network for manufacturing drawings for plants and works collaboratively with metals network to align strategies and procedures to support production teams.
• Leverages experience and knowledge of the product line to provide design solutions for internal and external customers.
• Supports day-to-day manufacturing on the production floor and reacts to issues on the manufacturing floor, identifying production issues and coordinating resolution with the executing teams.
• Collaborates with other team members to present viable design alternatives when needed.
• Collaborates with other team members to rapidly create and evaluate prototype solutions to design problems.
• Reviews drawings for compliance to approved scope.
• Reviews drawings for conformance to company standards.
• Participates in setting standards for existing and new product lines.
• Communicates with Project Managers to answer questions and clarify information needed.
• Works with AS Installation Teams when appropriate to review and validate installation strategies.
• Assists in the facilitation of fabrication of prototypes and first article verification while maintaining smooth production within the plant.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct Supervision of 1-2 Manufacturing Technical Coordinators 

What will make you successful

• Associate degree/certificate in computer-aided design, engineering or computer science or equivalent work experience is required.
• Minimum 5 years of CAD/design experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks is required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products. 
• Extensive knowledge of the construction of standard and custom products.
• Knowledge and understanding of sheet metal manufacturing processes as they pertain to cutting, forming, and finishing - able to not only coordinate drawings representative of the part production, but are also able to communicate and coordinate the mechanics to enable their manufacture.
• Detail oriented.
• Leadership skills and effective people skills.
• Possesses advanced organizational skills. 
• Proficient at decision-making. 
• Able to develop and deliver presentations. 
• Demonstrates solid verbal and written communication skills. 

What will make you stand out

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree with an emphasis on architecture, mechanical design or closely related field

• Familiarity with AutoCAD in reading technical and architectural drawings
• Experience leading a CAD team

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:  sit for prolonged periods; repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers; concentrate and repeat the same physical or mental activities over and over; think analytically and be exact or highly accurate; make decisions such as to identify complex problems, develop options and implement solutions; work in a team; ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards; pay attention to and remember details; communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made, and asking appropriate questions and not interrupting inappropriately; speak to convey information effectively; write to communicate effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience; read to understand work related documents; move between different physical locations within and between buildings; and push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of travel.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Office Environment – This position operates in a professional office environment and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. No PPE is required.

2. Plant Environment – This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions. Required PPE includes hard hat (when required), safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite boots, and fall protection.

Why should you join Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Johnstown OH)

Steel Ceilings, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of fifteen AWI plants in North America. Our Johnstown plant in Central Ohio is located a mere 30 minutes from the capital of Ohio, Columbus, a major metropolitan area. Known for its quaint "small-town America" vibe, its proximity to Columbus, the 15th largest city in the US, provides the best of both worlds. In addition to the numerous golfing opportunities that Johnstown can boast about. There are car cruise-ins, concerts, bike path trails, theatrical performances, street festivals, and antique fairs hosted in the area year-round.

Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.  As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!